What is this lizard.

My friend found this little guy in her yard in Sacramento, California and is wondering what he is.

http://i1381.photobucket.com/albums/...psv2zykfne.jpg

http://i1381.photobucket.com/albums/...psyhgl6glp.jpg

http://i1381.photobucket.com/albums/...pssjx8kbxg.jpg

I'm not sure of the scientific name, but that's an alligator lizard. They're pretty common in the Sacramento area.